On the Town 1997 - Articles Page 18

Ages: 6+
Opened: August 1, 1997
Closing: August 31, 1997

On the Town - 1997 - Off-Broadway History , Info & More

Delacorte Theatre
81st and Central Park New York, NY 10024

On the Town bursts onto the stage with infectious energy, celebrating the carefree spirit of three sailors on a 24-hour shore leave in New York City. Following Gabey, Chip, and Ozzie, the musical captures the electric atmosphere of a bustling wartime metropolis. Yearning for romance and adventure, they set out to explore the city's hidden gems and find love before their leave ends.



Packed with iconic songs like "New York, New York" and "Lonely Boy," the show follows their whirlwind escapades. Gabey falls head-over-heels for Ivy, a beautiful cab driver, while Chip seeks a connection with a picture-perfect woman he sees on a billboard. Ozzie, the shy one of the bunch, finds his confidence with a group of anthropological museum workers. With playful dances, witty lyrics, and a lively score, On the Town is a delightful ode to youthful optimism, the magic of New York City, and the fleeting joys of a romantic adventure.

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On the Town - 1997 - Off-Broadway Articles Page 18

Steve Burns Takes on The Comedy of Errors at Pennsylvania Shakespeare Fest
by Gabrielle Sierra - Jun 14, 2011


Steve Burns, the original host of the hit children's TV series, Blue's Clues, will appear at the Pennsylvania Shakespeare Festival this summer in The Comedy of Errors opening June 24 at DeSales University.

'A Turn of the Blinds' Plays Media Theatre's June Film Festival 6/8
by BWW News Desk - Jun 8, 2011


Hamme Productions is proud to be a part of the Media Theatre's Ten Nights in June 2011 film festival! Join us for a screening of the award-winning, feel-good short film for all ages, A TURN OF THE BLINDS.

Final Week of Performances Begin for The Intelligent Homosexual's Guide
by Gabrielle Sierra - Jun 7, 2011


Tony Kushner's THE INTELLIGENT HOMOSEXUAL'S GUIDE TO CAPITALISM AND SOCIALISM WITH A KEY TO THE SCRIPTURES presented by The Public Theater (Artistic Director Oskar Eustis; Interim Executive Director Joey Parnes) and Signature Theatre Company (Founding Artistic Director James Houghton; Executive Director Erika Mallin) in association with the Guthrie Theater (Joe Dowling, Director) will begin its final week of performances on Tuesday, June 7.

Photo Coverage: Kelli O'Hara at The Town Hall
by Genevieve Rafter Keddy - Jun 4, 2011


On June 3, 2011, for one night only, The Town Hall (123 West 43rd Street) presented Broadway star and Tony Award nominee, Kelli O'Hara in 'An Evening with Kelli O'Hara.' Ms. O'Hara also launched an album for Ghostlight Records, 'Always.'

Town Hall Hosts 'An Evening With Kelli O'Hara' Tonight
by BWW News Desk - Jun 3, 2011


On June 3, 2011, for one night only, The Town Hall (123 West 43rd Street) will present Broadway star and Tony Award nominee, Kelli O'Hara in 'An Evening with Kelli O'Hara.' With this concert, Ms. O'Hara is launching an album for Ghostlight records, 'Always.'

Karen Ziemba, Christine Andreas Join BROADWAY BY THE YEAR: 1997, 6/20
by Nicole Rosky - Jun 1, 2011


The Town Hall (123 W 43rd Street), New York's landmark concert venue will conclude the 11th season of the acclaimed Broadway By The Year® Series with The Broadway Musicals of 1997 on Monday, June 20th at 8PM. Performers already announced from the 1997 hit Jekyll & Hyde include Robert Cuccioli (Tony Nominee), Linda Eder (Drama Desk Nominee), and Christiane Noll (who will also be directing the concert). From 1997's The Life, Lillias White (Tony Winner) and Chuck Cooper (Tony Winner) will perform, along with the newly announced Karen Ziemba (Tony Nominee) from 1997's Steel Pier (Tony Nominee), and The Scarlet Pimpernel's acclaimed star Christine Andreas. Tickets are $55 & $50 and are on sale through TicketMaster at 800-982-2787 , www.ticketmaster.com, or the Town Hall Box Office between noon and 6 PM (except Sundays) (212) 840-2824 .

'A Turn of the Blinds' Plays Media Theatre's June Film Festival 6/8
by Gabrielle Sierra - May 27, 2011


Hamme Productions is proud to be a part of the Media Theatre's Ten Nights in June 2011 film festival! Join us for a screening of the award-winning, feel-good short film for all ages, A TURN OF THE BLINDS.

'A Turn of the Blinds' Plays Media Theatre's June Film Festival 6/8
by Kelsey Denette - May 26, 2011


Hamme Productions is proud to be a part of the Media Theatre's Ten Nights in June 2011 film festival! Join us for a screening of the award-winning, feel-good short film for all ages, A TURN OF THE BLINDS.

Lillias White, Chuck Cooper Join BWAY MUSICALS OF 1997 at Town Hall, 6/20
by Nicole Rosky - May 26, 2011


he Town Hall (123 W 43rd Street), New York's landmark concert venue will conclude the 11th season of the acclaimed Broadway By The Year® Series with The Broadway Musicals of 1997 on Monday, June 20th at 8PM. In addition to the previously announced reuniting of the three stars of the famous 1997 hit show, Jekyll & Hyde, Robert Cuccioli (Tony Nominee), Linda Eder (Drama Desk Nominee) and Christiane Noll (who will also be directing the concert), The Broadway Musicals of 1997 will also present two stars of 1997 ‘s The Life, Lillias White (Tony Winner) and Chuck Cooper (Tony Winner). Tickets are $55 & $50 and are on sale through TicketMaster at 800-982-2787, www.ticketmaster.com, or the Town Hall Box Office between noon and 6 PM (except Sundays) (212) 840-2824.

Linda Eder, Christiane Noll, Robert Cuccioli Set for BROADWAY BY THE YEAR: 1997, 6/20
by Nicole Rosky - May 24, 2011


The Town Hall (123 W 43rd Street), New York's landmark concert venue will conclude the 11th season of the acclaimed Broadway By The Year® Series with The Broadway Musicals of 1997 on Monday, June 20th at 8PM. The concert will reunite the three stars of the famous 1997 hit show, Jekyll & Hyde, Robert Cuccioli (Tony Nominee), Linda Eder (Drama Desk Nominee) and Christiane Noll (who will be directing the concert as well as starring). This is the first time the three stars of the show have appeared together on a New York stage in more than a decade.

Photo Coverage: Linda Eder at The Town Hall
by Genevieve Rafter Keddy - May 21, 2011


The Town Hall (123 West 43rd Street), Times Square's landmark concert venue, welcomed Linda Eder for 'An Evening with Linda Eder' on Friday, May 20th at 8:00pm. Considered one of the greatest contemporary voices of our time, she won the Drama Desk award for her leading role as Lucy Harris in 'Jekyll & Hyde.'

Town Hall Presents AN EVENING WITH LINDA EDER May 20
by BWW News Desk - May 20, 2011


The Town Hall presents 'AN EVENING WITH LINDA EDER' on May 20

Photo Coverage: Town Hall Presents THE BROADWAY MUSICALS OF 1982
by Stephen Sorokoff - May 17, 2011


The Town Hall, New York's landmark concert venue presented The Broadway Musicals of 1982 on Monday, May 16th at 8PM. Now in its 11th season, The Broadway By The Year ® Series is created written and hosted by Scott Siegel and produced by The Town Hall. In the series, Scott Siegel takes the audience on a musical travelogue, exploring the history of the Great White Way and providing social anecdotes while showcasing the beloved hits and lesser-known gems from the golden age of Broadway. BroadwayWorld was on hand for the concert and brings you photo coverage below.

Liz Callaway, Karen Akers, et al. Set for BROADWAY BY THE YEAR: 1982, 5/16
by BWW News Desk - May 16, 2011


The Town Hall (123 West 43rd Street), New York's landmark concert venue presents The Broadway Musicals of 1982 on Monday, May 16th at 8PM. Now in its 11th season, The Broadway By The Year ® Series is created written and hosted by Scott Siegel and produced by The Town Hall. Tickets are $55 & $50 and are on sale through TicketMaster at 800-982-2787, www.ticketmaster.com, or The Town Hall Box Office between noon and 6 PM (except Sundays) 212-840-2824

Peter Yarrow and Friends Perform at Town Hall 5/15
by BWW News Desk - May 15, 2011


The Town Hall (123 West 43 Street), New York's landmark concert venue will present Peter Yarrow and Friends, a family concert, on Sunday, May 15th at noon.

Liz Callaway, Karen Akers, et al. Set for BROADWAY BY THE YEAR: 1982, 5/16
by Nicole Rosky - May 4, 2011


The Town Hall (123 West 43rd Street), New York's landmark concert venue presents The Broadway Musicals of 1982 on Monday, May 16th at 8PM. Now in its 11th season, The Broadway By The Year ® Series is created written and hosted by Scott Siegel and produced by The Town Hall. Tickets are $55 & $50 and are on sale through TicketMaster at 800-982-2787, www.ticketmaster.com, or The Town Hall Box Office between noon and 6 PM (except Sundays) 212-840-2824

Libby, Bundonis, Gregg Lead Astoria PAC's THE HUMAN COMEDY
by Gabrielle Sierra - Apr 29, 2011


ASTORIA PERFORMING ARTS CENTER is pleased to announce the upcoming production of Galt MacDermot's (HAIR) musical, THE HUMAN COMEDY, with libretto by William Dumaresq based on the story by William Saroyan.

Town Hall Welcomes Tangos from Gardel to Piazzolla 4/29
by BWW News Desk - Apr 29, 2011


The Town Hall, 123 West 43rd Street, Times Square's landmark concert venue, will welcome back the Romulo Larrea Tango Ensemble for the world premiere of 'Tangos from Gardel to Piazzolla,' a concert evening of Tango dance and music, Friday, April 29 at 8:00 PM.

Town Hall Presents TANGOS FROM GARDEL TO PIAZZOLLA 4/29
by BWW News Desk - Apr 29, 2011


The Town Hall (123 West 43rd Street), Times Square's landmark concert venue, is pleased to welcome back the Romulo Larrea Tango Ensemble for the world premiere of TANGOS FROM GARDEL TO PIAZZOLLA on Friday, April 29th at 8:00PM.

Libby, Bundonis, Gregg Lead Astoria PAC's THE HUMAN COMEDY
by Gabrielle Sierra - Apr 28, 2011


ASTORIA PERFORMING ARTS CENTER is pleased to announce the upcoming production of Galt MacDermot's (HAIR) musical, THE HUMAN COMEDY, with libretto by William Dumaresq based on the story by William Saroyan.

Peter Yarrow and Friends Perform at Town Hall 5/15
by Gabrielle Sierra - Apr 20, 2011


The Town Hall (123 West 43 Street), New York's landmark concert venue will present Peter Yarrow and Friends, a family concert, on Sunday, May 15th at noon.

Historic Richmond Town Hosts 2nd Annual Chili Cookoff 4/16
by BWW News Desk - Apr 16, 2011


Historic Richmond Town is getting ready to turn up the heat for its 2nd Annual New York City Chili Cookoff on Saturday, April 16th, from 11 AM to 4 PM (rain or shine).

Town Hall Presents AN EVENING WITH LINDA EDER May 20
by Gabrielle Sierra - Apr 12, 2011


The Town Hall presents 'AN EVENING WITH LINDA EDER' on May 20

Town Hall Hosts 'An Evening With Kelli O'Hara', 6/3
by Kelsey Denette - Apr 12, 2011


On June 3, 2011, for one night only, The Town Hall (123 West 43rd Street) will present Broadway star and Tony Award nominee, Kelli O'Hara in 'An Evening with Kelli O'Hara.' With this concert, Ms. O'Hara is launching an album for Ghostlight records, 'Always.'

Town Hall Welcomes Tangos from Gardel to Piazzolla 4/29
by Gabrielle Sierra - Apr 11, 2011


The Town Hall, 123 West 43rd Street, Times Square's landmark concert venue, will welcome back the Romulo Larrea Tango Ensemble for the world premiere of 'Tangos from Gardel to Piazzolla,' a concert evening of Tango dance and music, Friday, April 29 at 8:00 PM.

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